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# Test Specialist 1

- **Company:** Beyondsoft Consulting, Inc.
- **Location:** Vancouver, WA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $41,600.0 - $49,920.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheets, Databases, Software Debugging, Firmware, Microsoft Office, Smoke Testing, Test Data, Web Pages, Test Scripts, Computer Equipment
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/usc400e673b704b9a2fdcc86dd7ab0142b/eaa

## About the Role

* Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills required with the ability to effectively communicate with varied levels of employees.
 * Ability to work independently and with a team.
 * Be physically able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
 * Be physically able to sit or stand for extended periods, climb step stools, bend, kneel and stoop frequently.
 * Be willing to perform repetitive, sometimes sedentary work.
 * Strong attention to detail with ability to follow detailed directions.
 * Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
 * At minimum, intermediate user knowledge and experience with PC's including Microsoft Office products like Word, Excel, and Access with comfortability navigating and viewing web pages.
 * 2-year STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) technical/college diploma is highly desirable. On-the-job firmware work experience and job skills training in lieu of a 2-year college diploma is acceptable. The minimum educational level expectation is a high school diploma or has passed GED (General Educational Development) examinations.
 * Minimum 2 years' work experience as a technician in a product development test environment preferred. 2 years' work experience requirement can be waived/reduced depending on education qualifications, skillset, industry standard certifications or other related industry work experience.

## Description

We are currently hiring a Test Specialist 1 to support our global client's Firmware Supplies Team onsite in Vancouver, WA. This role is technical in nature and the ideal candidate would benefit from experience in an ever-evolving R&D team culture. This is a full-time, onsite, long-term position with Monday-Friday day shift hours. You must reside locally to the client-site in Vancouver, Washington, and must already be eligible for employment in the US without visa sponsorship.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

 * Performs manual and automated firmware tests to determine the functionality of mechanical or computer equipment. Includes manually gathering data from FW/printer logs.
 * Performs firmware upgrades and OOBE processes.
 * Performs firmware smoke testing and its processes.
 * First-level triage, reassignment, fixes, documentation, and closure for failures.
 * Support provided for Technician 4s.
 * Participates with engineers in the testing, debugging, and troubleshooting of new and existing equipment and products.
 * Applies knowledge and technical experience to moderately complex projects that require independent judgment to resolve problems.
 * Completes work with limited supervision and general instructions for new assignments.
 * Run test scripts via PC according to specific guidelines and procedures.
 * Troubleshoot and edit test scripts as needed
 * Observe printer behavior and compare test results with predetermined parameters.
 * Collect and accurately report test data using predetermined spreadsheets and applicable databases.
 * Maintain accurate logs, records, metrics, and follows procedures.
 * Remove and install printer consumables such as toner cartridges and paper.
 * Flexibility to support other labs and projects, as requested.
 * Perform additional duties as assigned.